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Save Room for a Cannoli at Piccola Trattoria

September 22, 2016 by

Find your new favorite Italian eatery in the SCV at Piccola Trattoria. Quaint by appearance on the exterior of the restaurant, Piccola Trattoria dresses to impress on the inside. A full bar sits on one wall, with shelves of wine lining another. From the main dining area to the covered patio, you'll find the atmosphere pleasant and perfect for date night or a quick lunch.

As for the food, Piccola Trattoria has everything you could possibly want, from lasagna to cannoli. If you're there for lunch, you certainly can't go wrong with a caprese sandwich. Fresh mozzarella mixed with tomato, basil, and italian dressing sits atop Piccola Trattoria's homemade Italian roll. For dinner, the lasagna is the house favorite and comes highly reviewed at a modest price. Vegetarians will love the risotto ai funghi with its creamy carnaroli rice and mixed wild mushrooms.

Piccola Trattoria takes reservations, so plan ahead for large groups. They are open 7 days a week with just dinner hours on Sundays.

Piccola Trattoria
18302 Sierra Hwy
Santa Clarita, CA 91351
(661) 299-6952
www.piccolatrattoria.com

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Jersey Mike’s Subs: Try the Chipotle Chicken Cheesesteak

September 15, 2016 by

If you go to Jersey Mike's Subs around lunchtime on a weekday, expect to encounter a line. The popular local sandwich shop tends to attract a crowd during peak lunch hours. That's because, unlike its competitors, Jersey Mike's serves truly fresh subs made using the best possible ingredients. Its staff actually shaves meat fresh from the spit for each order, so you know you're getting the best stuff available when you order your sub.

Regulars highly recommend the chipotle chicken cheesesteak sub. It may not be the most traditional of the cheesesteaks, but it's smothered with a spicy chipotle mayo and filled with grilled onions and peppers. You can always opt for the classic Famous Steak Philly instead, which sports only grilled onions and peppers. Jersey Mike's dishes out cold subs, too, filled with fresh cold cuts, as well as wraps.

Jersey Mike's Subs
25660 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 253-1600
www.jerseymikes.com
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Fish Tail Grill: A Taste of The Aloha State in Santa Clarita

September 9, 2016 by

Santa Clarita has no shortage of Asian fusion eateries, so what makes the Fish Tail Grill
so beloved among locals? Perhaps it’s this restaurant's focus on house-made sauces, its innovative craft-beer-infused tempura, or the soups prepared from scratch each day. Perhaps it’s the casual, friendly atmosphere and reasonable prices. More likely, though, it's that there’s something special about Hawaiian cuisine!

The Fish Tail Grill in Santa Clarita doesn’t exclusively serve Hawaiian food, but the 50th state’s influence is pronounced, from the many plate lunches to the Hawaiian ahi poke bowls. For the uninitiated, the plate lunch is a quintessential Hawaiian meal traditionally consisting of an entree (often Japanese fried katsu or Hawaiian lau lau), a side of white rice, and an additional side (often macaroni salad). Lunch plates reflect the intermixing and combination of cultures in Hawaii, including those brought to the island by immigrants from the east and west.

Fish Tail Grill
28104 Newhall Ranch Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
(661) 295-3474
www.fishtailgrill.com
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For a New York State of Mind, Try Mama Mia Pizza

September 1, 2016 by

Located on Old Road, Mama Mia Pizza bring classic New York-style pizza to the Santa Clarita Valley. Served by the whole pie or the floppy slice, this is the kind of thin-crust pizza that you need to fold in half in order to eat.

Deep-dish pies and gourmet toppings need not apply here! The pizza menu is pretty succinct; you can choose between cheese, pepperoni, vegetarian, margarita, and meat lovers' pies. Specialty pizzas include Hawaiian, barbecue chicken, white, and baked ziti. If you prefer, you can design your own pie by choosing from Mama Mia's selection of toppings; these include anchovies, ham, jalapenos, and onions, to name a few. Mama Mia’s also serves up a number of other Italian-American dishes, including pastas, meatballs, and cannoli. Daily lunch specials come highly recommended by Yelp reviewers.

Mama Mia Pizza is open Tuesdays through Sundays. Delivery and take-out are offered.

Mama Mia Pizza
25708 Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 286-9183
mamamiapizzascv.net
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Don’t Skip the Lunch Buffet at Karma Indian Cuisine & Bar

August 25, 2016 by

The Karma Indian Cuisine & Bar is an Indian restaurant located in Valencia. The high ceilings and spread out tables make dining comfortable and enjoyable. The food is fresh and made to order, the staff is friendly and the service is fast. Menu favorites include the chicken tikka masala, spicy red curry, tandoori chicken, and the shrimp coconut curry. Karma Indian Cuisine & Bar also serves cocktails.

The restaurant has a daily lunch buffet Monday to Friday, and a brunch buffet Saturdays and Sundays. The restaurant is open Monday to Thursday 11:30 am to 3 p.m. for lunch, and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. for dinner. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the restaurant is open all day from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Karma Indian Cuisine & Bar
23460 Cinema Drive
Valencia, CA 91355
(661) 288-0080
www.karmavalencia.com

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Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler: Tasty California Cuisine

August 4, 2016 by

Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler is a local institution known for serving tasty California-style fare in a surf-themed, indoor-outdoor setting. Sip a frosty margarita, cold beer, or other refreshing libation while you gaze at the fun decor in this funky spot.

Starter options include nachos, shrimp skewers, quesadillas, mesquite-grilled zucchini, and the Rip Curl Platter with a cheese quesadilla, hot wings, and chicken strips. The Killer Taco Platter comes in a variety of options that include mesquite grilled whitefish, fried shrimp, grilled Angus beef, chicken, tri-tip steak, and pork. Other favorites include chicken soup, tortilla soup, Mexican-style pizza, Baja chicken salad, and tri-tip chili. Also on the menu are fajitas, burritos, and sandwiches. Open every day.

Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler
25289 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91382
(661) 288-1022
chuysonline.com

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Craving Curry? Find Authentic Indian Cuisine at Royal Tandoor in Santa Clarita

July 28, 2016 by

Whether you love tikka masala or you’re more of a spicy vindaloo type, you’ll find all of your favorite Indian dishes at Royal Tandoor. This friendly Indian fare eatery in Santa Clarita serves a menu of curries, samosas, and tandoori specialties in an elegant setting complete with bright red tablecloths covering every table and flatscreen televisions throughout the dining room. The restaurant itself is also located in a convenient shopping plaza, which makes it a great choice when you’re on your way home from work or out running errands in Santa Clarita.

There are a number of dishes made with chicken, lamb, and goat, while vegetarians will enjoy various daals and eggplant-based dishes. Everything is also served with hot naan bread and fragrant rice on the side. Stop in for dinner or try out the lunch buffet at this local favorite for Indian fare!

Royal Tandoor
26532 Bouquet Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
(661) 263-7100
www.royaltandooronline.com

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Add Some Salsa to Your Usual Workday Lunch at Welik Mexican Cuisine

June 23, 2016 by

Just about everyone loves Mexican fare, so if you’re looking for some of the freshest in the Santa Clarita area, visit Welik Mexican Cuisine. Its strip mall location is conveniently located near Provence at Valencia, and its bright, modern decor makes it a great place to have a relaxing lunch with friends or coworkers.

Inside, Welik Mexican Cuisine is furnished with spacious dining tables and colorful artwork on the walls, but it’s the restaurant’s vibrant Mexican dishes that add the most festive flair. Arroz Con Pollo is topped with fresh guacamole and orange slices, while fiesta chicken salads, various styles of tacos, and sauce-covered enchiladas are made true to Mexican tradition. Sweet crepes and deep fried ice cream make delicious desserts, while the flan really takes the cake!

For lunch, dinner or takeout, Welik Mexican Cuisine is always a delicious choice.

Welik Mexican Cuisine
26238 Bouquet Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
(661) 505-6022
www.yelp.com/biz/welik-mexican-cuisine-santa-clarita

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Pick Up Stix: Traditional Chinese Food Fast

June 2, 2016 by

For 25 years, the California chain Pick Up Stix has served classic Chinese food to diners in a hurry. Locals say the Stevenson Ranch location is a good place to grab lunch. Regardless, they seem to love the cream cheese wontons, the house special chicken served with brown rice, the house tofu, the Mongolian beef and the chow mein.

Vegetarians can substitute tofu in any Pick Up Stix entree. Lunch specials are available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can feed a group with the family value pack. Pick Up Stix caters weddings and other events throughout Southern California. Pick Up Stix is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays through Thursdays and from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays.

Pick Up Stix
25960 The Old Road
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
(661) 288-2090
www.pickupstix.com
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Enjoy Live Music on the Patio at Olive Terrace Bar and Grill, a Relaxed Italian Fare Eatery in Santa Clarita

May 26, 2016 by

Olive Terrace Bar and Grill is a romantic place for your next date night, a comfortable spot for dinner with the family, and even a fun, laid-back locale to enjoy drinks and live music with friends. This Santa Clarita restaurant boasts a lovely outdoor terrace strewn with twinkling string lights and wrought iron tables, while inside, it is just as atmospheric with its exposed stone walls and elegant bar area.

The menu is filled with fresh, healthy dishes inspired by the cuisines of Italy and the Mediterranean, including a variety of pastas, crispy bruschetta, heaping helpings of paella, and decadent desserts to round out your meal. Premium wines and martinis are available for of-age diners, while the kids will enjoy juicy hamburgers and spaghetti from the kids' menu. Olive Terrace Bar and Grill even hosts a hearty brunch on Sundays that makes a delicious and relaxing end to your weekend.

Olive Terrace Bar and Grill
28261 Newhall Ranch Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
(661) 257-7860
www.oliveterracebarandgrill.com

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